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La Dolce Vita Orient Express - Venice and Portofino with Florence

Florence, Rome, Venice and Portofino combined in one luxury rail trip

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Railbookers operates this 8-day, 7-night rail journey through Italy, opening with two nights in Florence, two in Rome, and two nights in a Deluxe class cabin aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express, before a final night back in Rome. Florence days include a sunset gondola ride on the Arno and a guided tour of the Uffizi and Accademia galleries, home to works by Botticelli, Da Vinci and Michelangelo's David. A direct high-speed train carries travelers on to Rome for guided tours of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, then the Orient Express departs, pausing in Venice at Santa Lucia Station for a private palace encounter and a tour of St Mark's Basilica, before continuing overnight to Portofino for an aperitif over the bay and lunch. This suits travelers who want Florence's art, Rome's history and a night aboard a luxury train combined.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence lists several hotel names for Florence and for Rome rather than one fixed property for each stay; which hotel you get depends on the tier and dates booked.
  • No current departure dates are listed in the evidence for this package.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Florence

    Your Journey Begins in Florence

    Welcome to Florence! Check in for a two-night stay. Stroll to Ponte Vecchio bridge, visit boutique jewelry stores, then the Pitti Palace. In the evening, enjoy an included sunset gondola ride along the river Arno.

  2. Day 2overnight: Florence

    Florence

    After breakfast, a walking tour visiting the Uffizi and Accademia galleries, including works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Titian, and Michelangelo's David.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Rome

    Florence to Rome

    After breakfast, take a direct high-speed train to Rome. Check in for a two-night stay. Head over to Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Spanish Steps. End the day with a taste of Cacio E Pepe!

  4. Day 4overnight: Rome

    Rome

    After breakfast, a guided tour of the Colosseum, then a guided stroll around the Roman Forum.

  5. Day 5railovernight: Onboard Orient Express

    Overnight Onboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express

    Embark on the La Dolce Vita Orient Express, marvel at the Dimorestudio adornments, enjoy an Italian lunch in the Dining Car, and gourmet Teatime. The train pauses in Venice at Santa Lucia Station for a 'Private Palace in Venice' encounter and a solitary tour of Saint Mark's Basilica. At midnight, transition from Venice to Portofino.

  6. Day 6railovernight: Onboard Orient Express

    Overnight Onboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express

    The train reaches Santa Margherita Ligure station. Proceed to Portofino for an aperitif with a view of the bay, followed by lunch. Return aboard the Orient Express, revelling in the panoramic vistas of the Gulf of Tigullio.

  7. Day 7overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Take your last photos before arriving at Rome San Pietro station then Rome Ostiense station. Check in for a final overnight stay. In the evening, enjoy a tour of Rome by night.

  8. Day 8

    Your Journey Ends in Rome

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1A private sunset gondola ride along the river Arno in Florence.
  • Day 2A guided walking tour of the Uffizi and Accademia galleries, including works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo's David.
  • Day 4A guided tour of the Colosseum and a stroll around the Roman Forum in Rome.
  • Day 5Boarding the La Dolce Vita Orient Express in Rome, then a stop in Venice at Santa Lucia Station for a private palace encounter and a tour of St Mark's Basilica.
  • Day 6The train reaches Santa Margherita Ligure station for an aperitif overlooking the bay in Portofino, followed by lunch and panoramic views over the Gulf of Tigullio.

Included

  • Rail travel as per itinerary
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome
  • 2 nights of all-inclusive accommodation onboard The La Dolce Vita Orient Express in Deluxe class including: All table d'hôte meals of innovative Italian cuisine on board, All selected beverages during the whole journey, Breakfasts and afternoon tea service in your cabin
  • All excursions mentioned in the programs
  • All meals and offered beverages during the excursions
  • 24-hour onboard service and entertainment
  • Private Sunset Florence Boat Ride
  • Small-group walking tour of Florence with the Uffizi and Accademia Gallery
  • Small-group walking tour of Rome with the Roman Forum and Colosseum
  • Culinary Food Tour in Rome at Night
  • Private Transfer from Rome Hotel to Rome Station
  • Private Transfer from Rome Station to Rome Hotel

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. Rail travel is included throughout, including a high-speed train from Florence to Rome and two nights in a Deluxe class cabin aboard the La Dolce Vita Orient Express linking Rome, Venice and Portofino.
Which places does the trip visit?
Florence, Rome, Venice and Portofino on the Ligurian coast.
What is included on the overnight train?
The Deluxe class cabin includes all table d'hote meals of Italian cuisine, drinks for the journey, breakfast and afternoon tea in the cabin, and 24-hour onboard service.
What hotels are used?
The evidence lists several hotel names in Florence and Rome rather than one fixed property; Railbookers assigns one depending on the tier and dates booked.
Is the trip guided?
Yes. Small-group walking tours of Florence and Rome, a private sunset boat ride on the Arno, and a private palace encounter and St Mark's Basilica tour in Venice are all included.

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